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Date:         Sun, 28 Oct 2001 15:19:35 -0600
Reply-To:     Larry Alofs <lalofs@ENTERACT.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Larry Alofs <lalofs@ENTERACT.COM>
Subject:      Re: Removing rear brake drums?
Comments: To: Gnarlodious <Gnarlodious@EARTHLINK.NET>
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Gnarlodious wrote:

> How do I check the rear brakes? > Don't tell me I have to remove that huge castle nut! I measured it at > 1 13/16, is that right? What is the best tool for the job? Pipe wrench? I > don't even have one but seriously...What is the minimal way to do it? > > Rachel http://www.gnarlodious.com

If you really have to remove the nut, 1 13/16 " is very close to the official size of 46 mm. You can probably buy a socket at Sears like I did. Get 3/4" drive and a tee bar or breaker bar to turn it. Then add a piece of pipe and jump on it. Have fun, Larry A.


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